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The White House Historical Association is a private, nonprofit, educational organization with a mission to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the Executive Mansion.
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The enhanced app includes short videos that explore the history of eight spaces in the White House. In this video, White House Historical Association Chief Education Officer Dr. Matthew Costello discusses the history behind the iconic layout and significant objects in the Blue Room.
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In the White House 360 Virtual Tour, users can replicate the experience of walking through the White House, as they would on a public tour. Users can get even closer to historic objects and artwork as they freely navigate between rooms.
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Detailed floor plans and interactive models in the White House 360 Virtual Tour allow users to understand the relationship between rooms.
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Audio accessibility has been fully integrated into the core White House tours in the White House Experience app.
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Visitors to DC can hear about the history of buildings and landmarks within walking distance to the White House, thanks to new audio capabilities in the White House Neighborhood walking tour.